Chiropractors can help treat a variety of elbow and wrist pain conditions, particularly those that stem from musculoskeletal imbalances, joint dysfunction, repetitive strain, or nerve irritation.
These areas of the body are often under constant use, whether through work, sport, or everyday activities, and when something goes wrong, it can affect your ability to move comfortably and carry out daily tasks.
At Richards Chiropractic, we assess the root cause of your discomfort and use gentle, targeted techniques to restore proper joint movement, reduce inflammation, and alleviate pressure on surrounding nerves. Whether your pain is due to a recent injury, overuse, or an underlying condition, chiropractic care offers a non-invasive and drug-free way to support healing and improve function.
In addition to hands-on treatment, we also offer advice on posture, ergonomics, and exercises to help prevent the issue from recurring. Many cases of elbow and wrist pain are linked to repetitive movements or poor alignment elsewhere in the body – such as the neck, shoulder, or upper back – so we take a whole-body approach to ensure long-term relief and better overall function. Our goal at Richards Chiropractic is not only to reduce your pain but to help you stay active and pain-free in your day-to-day life.
Common types of elbow and wrist pain that chiropractors treat include:
Elbow Pain
Cause:
Overuse of the forearm muscles, leading to irritation of the tendons on the outside of the elbow.
Treatment:
Chiropractic treatment may include joint manipulation, soft tissue therapy including PBMT to relieve muscle tension, and specific exercises to strengthen the forearm muscles and improve flexibility. KT taping may also be used to help ease the tension on the muscles and tendons.
Cause
Overuse or strain on the tendons on the inside of the elbow, often due to repetitive motion like gripping or swinging.
Treatment
Chiropractic treatment may include joint manipulation, soft tissue therapy including PBMT, and specific exercises to strengthen the forearm muscles and improve flexibility. KT taping may also be used to help ease the tension on the muscles and tendons.
Cause:
Inflammation of the bursa (fluid-filled sac) in the elbow due to repetitive pressure or injury.
Treatment:
Chiropractic may include soft tissue therapy including PBMT to reduce inflammation and improve joint mobility. They may also give advice on reducing strain on the elbow.
Wrist Pain
Cause:
Compression of the median nerve as it passes through the carpal tunnel in the wrist, often caused by repetitive motions or poor posture.
Treatment:
Chiropractic treatment may include joint manipulation, soft tissue therapy including PBMT to release tight muscles, and exercises to improve wrist and hand function. They can also give you postural and ergonomic advice.
Cause:
Inflammation of the tendons on the thumb side of the wrist, usually due to repetitive motion or overuse.
Treatment:
Chiropractic treatment may include joint manipulation, soft tissue therapy including PBMT and stretches to help reduce inflammation, alleviate pain, and restore wrist mobility.
Cause:
Ligament damage from overstretching or tearing, often due to a fall or sudden twisting motion.
Treatment:
Chiropractic treatment can help with gentle mobilisation of the wrist joint, soft tissue therapy including PBMT and rehabilitation exercises to strengthen the surrounding muscles and ligaments.
Cause:
Degeneration of the wrist joint cartilage (OA) or autoimmune inflammation (RA) can lead to pain and reduced motion.
Treatment:
Chiropractic treatment focuses on restoring joint movement, improving range of motion, and alleviating discomfort through joint manipulation, exercises, and soft tissue techniques including PBMT.
Cause:
A condition where a finger or thumb gets stuck in a bent position due to inflammation of the tendons.
Treatment:
Chiropractors may treat this condition by adjusting the joints, providing stretches for the tendons, and using soft tissue techniques including PBMT to reduce inflammation.
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Sarah was recommended to me when I moved to MK over 16 years ago. I’ve trusted her to look after my back ever since, which she’s done in a friendly and very professional manner. I’ve recommended her to a number of friends and family, who have also been very pleased, and wouldn’t hesitate to do so again. Thank you Sarah!
Carol Swann
Fantastic chiropractor – Sarah always sorts out my neck and back pain. I have referred other people to her who have been equally impressed with their treatments.
Annie
An absolute god send. Bulging disc nerve damage – drs cannot help you have without doubt. Thank you so much truly for everything
Janine Freed
Couldn’t tell if chiropractic treatment was suitable for my issue, from a lot of research online. This became a catch-22 as I needed help but was apprehensive about spending money on something ultimately unhelpful. Sarah was the only chiropractor in the area who took the time to respond to queries via email with honesty, and in the end kindly offered to meet and talk so I was better informed. While Sarah recommended a better-suited route of treatment for me, I am still leaving a review. Since it is such a privilege these days to come across someone honest and evidently highly experienced, who actually listens and takes concerns seriously.
Guy Harper
Highly recommended. Treatments are fantastic! Just as much as Ms Richards is
Kyra Shaan
Professional, friendly, highly skilled local practitioner with oodles of experience and tonnes of techniques to ease virtually any ache, pain or injury you can think of! Sarah always finds time to fit me in when I need help and has saved my neck and back from painful restrictions many times. She uses a variety of techniques to help too, highly recommend!
Sally Guest
Over the last 15 years Sarah Richards has changed my life for the better. When I first started with back issues I struggled to do every day things and was in constant pain. Sarah identified the problem areas and treated them accordingly, this helped me to continue as a full time HGV driver. Excellent customer experience every time, my best investment in myself.
Tony Critchley
Very professional and extremely helpful. Worked wonders on my back. Highly recommended.
Amalia Wyatt
I have been seeing Sarah for many years now (only every 3 months now for a top up)and I truly believe my lower back treatment has made a huge difference. I don’t even think about my back now whereas before I started seeing Sarah it felt like a constant struggle. I have my life back – thank you
Boz Cranfield
Sarah has got me and a dodgy knee through 2 marathon length charity walks pain free. She has a professional yet friendly approach talking you through the treatment plan and providing clear guidance on additional exercises to do between treatments. I have and do recommend her to anyone seeking a chiropractor.
Sheshela
Excellent service. Gutted I moved a few hundred miles away, which is the only reason you will find to stop seeing Sarah. After she helped me recover from the worst of my sciatica, the less regular maintenance appointments helped stop a serious flare up. Any flare ups were down to me pushing my luck, more often than I should have. I never felt judged by Sarah. Even though it meant I saw her less she recommend pilates to help me improve my core strength and posture. If I get a big win on the lottery I’d consider bribing her to relocate. Having an excellent chiropractic in your local area us priceless.
Michelle Brigham
